Local by-elections 16 Oct 2008
Local by-elections 16 Oct 2008 was held on 16 October 2008. 4 seats were filled across 4 wards and divisions in 4 councils, from 20 candidates. The Labour Party won 2, Liberal Democrats won 1 and Independent won 1.
- Date
- 16 October 2008
- Seats filled
- 4
- Candidates
- 20
- Councils
- 4
| Party | Candidates | Seats won | Votes | Vote share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Labour Party | 4 | 2 | 2,500 | 28.6% |
| Liberal Democrats | 4 | 1 | 3,133 | 35.9% |
| Independent | 3 | 1 | 716 | 8.2% |
| Conservative Party | 4 | 0 | 1,254 | 14.4% |
| BNP | 3 | 0 | 979 | 11.2% |
| Green Party | 2 | 0 | 149 | 1.7% |
| Council | Wards / divisions | Seats filled | Largest party | Its seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirklees | 1 | 1 | Labour | 1 |
| Redcar & Cleveland | 1 | 1 | Labour | 1 |
| Tewkesbury | 1 | 1 | Independent | 1 |
| Watford Borough Council | 1 | 1 | Liberal Democrats | 1 |